The Best Of

Description

Singer, songwriter, humanitarian, activist, poet, philosopher, artist… ever since music lovers first became aware of Labi Siffre in the early 1970s subsequent generations have continued to discover and be beguiled by his timeless artistry. To this day, his music has endured – seemingly as relevant and contemporary as when first released. It was these qualities that led Madness to cover his 1972 UK hit ‘It Must Be Love’ in the early 1980s, and Eminem and Dr. Dre to sample a substantial chunk of ‘I Got The…’ for the former’s debut hit ‘My Name Is…’ in 1999. His 1988 classic ‘(Something Inside) So Strong’ became an anthem twice over when it both soundtracked the struggles of Apartheid South Africa and became a beacon of strength and solace for gay men during the AIDS crisis. ‘The Best Of’ is the definitive Labi Siffre collection for the ages. It was personally sanctioned by Labi himself who also provided art direction for the package.

Tracklisting

Disc 1
1. It Must Be Love – Labi Siffre
2. Bless the Telephone – Labi Siffre
3. Crying Laughing Loving Lying – Labi Siffre
4. A Little More Line – Labi Siffre
5. Make My Day – Labi Siffre
6. When I’m On My Own You Are On My Mind – Labi Siffre
7. Cannock Chase – Labi Siffre
8. My Song – Labi Siffre
9. Watch Me – Labi Siffre
10. Gimme Some More – Labi Siffre
11. Till Forever – Labi Siffre
12. Prayer – Labi Siffre
13. Entertainment Value – Labi Siffre
14. Remember My Song – Labi Siffre
Disc 2
1. I Got The… – Labi Siffre
2. The Vulture – Labi Siffre
3. When You’re Lonely – Labi Siffre
4. I’m Alright – Labi Siffre
5. Listen to the Voices – Labi Siffre
6. (Something Inside) So Strong – Labi Siffre
7. Sensible Betrayal in the City – Labi Siffre
8. Most People Sleep Alone – Labi Siffre
9. Samaritans – Labi Siffre
10. This Is It… – Labi Siffre